Barnstorming is in effect. 1941 J3 Cub "Method 7" of Tuckers Air Patrol lands on the ambulance during the Capital Airshow, Mather Field, California. March 2025 #airshow #capitalairshow #aviation #AvGeek #spotter #fire #aerialfirefighting #cvvhrn #photography #Nikon #nikonphotgraphy #CCA2025 #Z9

The tail of CALFIRE C-130 N462DF as it makes a pass at Capital Airshow, Mather Field, California. March 2025 #airshow #capitalairshow #aviation #AvGeek #spotter #CALFIRE #C130 #fire #aerialfirefighting #cvvhrn #photography #Nikon #nikonphotgraphy #CCA2025 #Z9

Saudi Ministry of Interior Awards Aerial Contract to Thrush Aircraft and AAT Saudi Arabia's Ministry of Interior awards contract to Thrush Aircraft and AAT to enhance firefighting and border security with localized support.

Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Interior awards Thrush Aircraft and AAT a contract to boost aerial firefighting and border security with localized support and training. Thrush 710P and 510G models expected. #ThrushAircraft #SaudiArabia #AerialFirefighting
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An Erickson Aero Tanker McDonnell Douglas MD-87 air tanker, painted white with red and green striping and tail number 102, is captured on final approach with landing gear fully extended. The aircraft flies low over the runway area and nearby trees, with airport structures visible below and the snow-dusted Rocky Mountains rising prominently in the background under a clear blue sky.

Erickson Aero Tanker
TKR102 HIO-COS
McDonnell Douglas MD-87
Reg. N292EA
Colorado Springs Airport, KCOS
January 19, 2026

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An Erickson Aero Tanker McDonnell Douglas MD-87 air tanker, painted in white, red, and green with the number “102” on the tail, is photographed on short final approach. The landing gear is fully extended as the aircraft flies low over a residential neighborhood, with tree-lined streets and the snow-dusted Rocky Mountains rising behind it under a clear blue sky.

Erickson Aero Tanker
TKR102 HIO-COS
McDonnell Douglas MD-87
Reg. N292EA
Colorado Springs Airport, KCOS
January 19, 2026

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Coulson Aviation Launches Boeing 767 VLAT to Replace Aging Firefighting Tankers Aviation News – Coulson Aviation has announced the launch of a Boeing 767 Very Large Air Tanker (VLAT) program aimed at replacing aging aerial firefighting aircraft. The move responds to the grounding of legacy platforms and addresses growing global demand for modern, high-capacity firefighting solutions. The program was unveiled on 22 December 2025, with Coulson Aviation positioning the Boeing 767 as a sustainable successor to VLAT aircraft nearing the end of their service life.

#CoulsonAviation #Boeing767 #VLAT #AerialFirefighting #WildfireResponse #FirefightingAircraft #AviationNews #AirTankers #FireSuppression #Aviation

Aircraft Photo of N927AU | Aero Union P-3 Aerostar | Aero Union | AirHistory.net #881892 Aircraft photo of N927AU / 27 - Aero Union P-3 Aerostar - Aero Union, taken by Coert van Breda at Battle Mountain (BAM) in Nevada, United States on 14 August 2010.

Coert van Breda photographed this splendid looking P-3 N927AU of Aero Union at Battle Mountain on 14 August 2010.

#avgeek #airhistory #aerounion #propliner #lockheed #p3 #lockheedorion #aerialfirefighting #planespotting #aviationphotography

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Coulson Aviation Launches Boeing 767 VLAT Program for Aerial Firefighting Coulson Aviation unveils Boeing 767 VLAT program to replace aging firefighting fleets with a high-capacity tanker transporting retardant and firefighting crews.

Coulson Aviation launches Boeing 767 VLAT program, offering record retardant capacity and transport for 160+ crew. Aims to replace aging DC-10 and MD-11 fleets with a modern, efficient platform. #CoulsonAviation #Boeing767 #AerialFirefighting
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Czech Republic Becomes First European Operator of S-70 Firehawk Aviation News – The Czech Police will introduce two S-70 Firehawk helicopters into service, marking the aircraft’s first operational use in Europe and signaling a major boost to national aerial response capabilities. The decision positions the Czech Republic as the first European operator of the Firehawk platform, with authorities confirming an option for a third aircraft. The selection reflects the country’s ongoing modernization of its airborne fleet and its effort to enhance mission readiness across law-enforcement and emergency operations.

#Firehawk #CzechPolice #AviationNews #Helicopters #AerialFirefighting #LawEnforcementAviation #BlackHawk #EuropeAviation #RescueOps #FleetModernization

CAL FIRE’s Aviation Program is built on courage, innovation, and teamwork—growing into the world’s largest aerial firefighting fleet.

This #AviationHistoryMonth, we honor the people and aircraft that shaped how California fights wildfires.

#AerialFirefighting #CALFIRE

#aerialfirefighting #firefighter #photooftheday @firefighters_greece @aerialfiremag #bellyview #waterbomb

Los Angeles County Fire Department Expands Sikorsky FIREHAWK® Fleet with Two New Helicopters Aviation News – LA County enhances aerial firefighting with new Sikorsky FIREHAWK® helicopters The County of Los Angeles Fire Department has announced the acquisition of two additional Sikorsky FIREHAWK® helicopters, strengthening its fleet for aerial firefighting and all-hazard emergency response. The move marks the latest step in a 25-year partnership with Sikorsky, enhancing the county’s ability to respond rapidly to wildfires and natural disasters.

#LAFire #FIREHAWK #Sikorsky #AviationNews #WildfireResponse #AerialFirefighting #EmergencyResponse #CaliforniaFires #PublicSafety #FirefightingInnovation

Wildfire Wednesday! CAL FIRE S-2 Tracker "74" makes a pass at Capital Airshow, Mather Field, California. March 2025 #airshow #capitalairshow #aviation #AvGeek #spotter #CALFIRE #FIREHAWK #S70i #fire #aerialfirefighting #aviationdaily #photography #Nikon #wildfire #CCA2025 #Z9 #wildfire #cvvhrn

Wildfire Wednesday! CALFIRE C-130 N462DF makes a pass at Capital Airshow, Mather Field, California. March 2025 #airshow #capitalairshow #aviation #AvGeek #spotter #CALFIRE #C130 #fire #aerialfirefighting #aviationdaily #photography #Nikon #nikonphotgraphy #CCA2025 #Z9 #cvvhrn #wildfire

Wildfire Wednesday! CAL FIRE OV-10A Bronco N421DF makes a pass at Capital Airshow, Mather Field, California. March 2025
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Wildfire Wednesday! CAL FIRE S-70i Firehawk makes a pass at Capital Airshow, Mather Field, California. March 2025 #airshow #capitalairshow #aviation #AvGeek #spotter #CALFIRE #FIREHAWK #S70i #fire #aerialfirefighting #aviationdaily #photography #Nikon #wildfire #CCA2025 #Z9
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When the terrain says “no way,” we bring the fight from the air.
Our aerial hose deployers ensure rapid line setup in the toughest environments, because wildfires don’t wait, and neither do we.

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Firefighting Helicopter Crashes in France – Miraculous Escape

#WildfireCrisis #AerialFirefighting #FranceNews #EmergencyResponse #ClimateImpact #GovernmentAction #TrendingNow #trendingvideo #LatestNews #latestupdates #news #shorts #Reels #WATCH #Breaking #BreakingNews

Firefighting Helicopters S-64E and S-61A Master Rapid Water Refills and Aerial Firefighting Drops – Fair Lifts Helicopter Services Firefighting Helicopters S 64E and S 61A demonstrate precision water tank refills and powerful drops that support fast, effective wildfire suppression.

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A DC-10 air tanker, with its landing gear down, is photographed in a side profile view as it approaches for a landing. The aircraft is painted white with a vibrant orange and red livery, and the words "10 TANKER" are visible on the fuselage. The number "10" is also visible on its tail fin.

A large, low-flying DC-10 air tanker, painted in white and a striking orange and red pattern, is seen from a rear-quarter angle against a partly cloudy sky. The number '10' is prominently displayed on the tail fin, and the aircraft's landing gear and flaps are deployed.

More air tanker action at KCOS yesterday. Tankers 911 and 914 from 10 Tanker Air Carrier both stopping by throughout the day to top up on fire retardant.

#dc10 #dc10tanker #planespotting #colorado #coloradosprings #KCOS #aerialfirefighting #coloradowildfires #tanker911 #tanker914 #N603AX #N17085

A couple of the air tankers that stopped by Colorado Springs today while fighting fires out in Western Colorado.

#planespotting #colorado #coloradosprings #aerialfirefighting #fireseason

Governor Newsom Launches Wildfire Preparedness Initiative Amid California's Year-Round Fire Threats State officials emphasize readiness as California faces heightened wildfire risks and recent incidents.

California is boosting its wildfire response with two new Firehawk helicopters, enhancing aerial firefighting capabilities just as the state faces a surge in fire threats.

Learn more here!

#CA #CitizenPortal #WildfirePreparedness #AerialFirefighting #EmergencyResponse

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CALFIRE C-130 N462DF makes a pass at Capital Airshow, Mather Field, California. March 2025 #airshow #capitalairshow #aviation #AvGeek #spotter #CALFIRE #C130 #fire #aerialfirefighting #aviationdaily #photography #Nikon #nikonphotgraphy #CCA2025 #Z9 @calfire.bsky.social

CAL FIRE S-70i Firehawk makes a pass at Capital Airshow, Mather Field, California. March 2025 #airshow #capitalairshow #aviation #AvGeek #spotter #CALFIRE #FIREHAWK #S70i #fire #aerialfirefighting #aviationdaily #photography #Nikon #nikonphotgraphy #CCA2025 #Z9 @calfire.bsky.social

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Helicopter hovering over sparkling lake water, kicking up a lot of water spray as it uses hose to gather up water to fight a wildfire. Forested hills behind.

When lightning strikes cause wildfires, and aerial firefighting begins!
This Skycrane has a snorkel system to hover over lakes, suck up tons of water, fly back and waterbomb on wildfires.
Very cool sight.
(Phone photo, btw.)
Thank you, firefighters!
#wildfire #aerialfirefighting #scape #fireseason

The Boeing 767 Is About To Take On A New Role: Firefighter The Boeing 767 firefighter will help tackle growing wildfires. The post The Boeing 767 Is About To Take On A New Role: Firefighter first appeared on VibeWire Magazine.

#aerialfirefighting #aircraft #Boeing767 #Manufacturers

✈️ EXTREME pilot skills on display

🔥 Mountain fire combat
🧯 Phos-Chek drop at lowest altitude
⛰️ Downhill terrain navigation
🎯 Precision under pressure

Aviation heroes saving lives

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Island's Coulson Aviation signs 70-day contract to tackle B.C. wildfires The helicopter can work in low-light conditions over affected areas

HELL YEAH ABOUT TIME
As LA residents already know, being able to bomb wildfires after dark is a real game changer #AerialFirefighting